Croc Hornback Cuff

This collection was designed on the banks of the Zambezi River by Pat and Benji.
Catching young crocodiles at night on the Zambezi river was only part of the inspiration behind this bold range.
Little Pat’s knowledge and fascination with these great leviathans started as a young boy as did Benji’s for striking designs on striking women...

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Crocodiles are fascinating creatures, with a deadly, functional grace and an amazing survival record that stretches back to prehistory. They are found in all the waterways of Africa from the north to the south. An average adult croc measures around 15 feet long and weigh over two tons. The largest ever recorded was a monster of 23 feet (7 metres)! They are extremely successful predators, stalking their prey from the cover of water. On the surface, their ‘log’ disguise allows them to drift unnoticed up to the river bank where animals come to drink. They then sink and move closer, surging out of the water to grab their prey, sometimes using ther powerful tails to sweep a larger animal off its feet. Big crocs are extremely strong and fast, and can easily pull an adult buffalo into the water. Small crocodiles hunt mostly fish. Crocodiles make a deep, unearthly hissing sound, or a roar when fighting. Crocs can stay underwater for over an hour, surfacing very slowly and gently to breathe. They bask motionless in the sun on the banks of the river or waterhole, but can move very fast when disturbed, raised up on quite long legs, and running lizard-like for the water. The only animal that a crocodile respects is a fully grown hippopotamus.

How and why it's made

Every Patrick Mavros silver sculpture is made using the ancient technique of lost wax casting. Obtaining a silver sculpture of the original wax model is a long and involved process. The wax model is encased in liquid rubber which, once set, is carefully cut away to provide a negative. Into this cavity... More about silver casting »

Every Mavros piece is borne of our experiences in the natural world and of our respect for the environment. Every piece has a story. More about this piece »

Delivery

Complimentary Worldwide Delivery on all Orders Over £200

Delivery on orders less than £200:

Standard UK delivery 3-5 working days £5.00
Express UK delivery 1-2 working days £8.00
Standard International delivery 7-12 working days £12.00
Express International delivery 3-5 days working £30.00

Collection of your order can be arranged from our stores in London, Harare, Mauritius and Nairobi.
If this item is in stock, United Kingdom customers can expect delivery within 2 business days. For other customers world-wide, expect delivery within 7 to 12 days. If your selection is not in stock, we will inform you within 24 hours and an order will be placed that will be dispatched to you within three weeks. Each piece is lovingly handmade and we promise it's worth the wait!

Gift wrapping

Gift wrap is complimentary. This and every piece ordered here will come with our signature wrapping paper featuring silver elephants and the classic red ribbon.

Most pieces come in black signature Mavros embossed boxes, and some smaller pieces are placed in black velvet pouches prior to wrapping. See more about our gift wrap with photos here.

Silver cleaning

For the lifetime of your purchase, enjoy free silver cleaning service at our London flagship store. Deliver your pieces in person or by post and we'll clean them for you. Learn more about our silver cleaning service here. How do you clean sterling silver? Learn how you can clean silver yourself at home.